Mgr Environ & Sustainability Svcs

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Pay Grade

18

Deadline to Apply: November 20, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. CST

Position Summary

The Manager, Environmental & Sustainability leads a team responsible for waste management, cultural resources, natural resources, project management and environmental compliance programs that support our natural gas, electric distribution and transmission, power generation, fleet and Facilities departments. The position provides strategic direction and technical expertise to ensure compliance with environmental regulations while supporting critical operational and capital projects across the organization. The manager oversees environmental permitting, regulatory reporting, compliance monitoring and resource stewardship to effectively manage environmental risk. Works closely with business leaders, project managers, and regulatory agencies to develop practical, compliant solutions that support business objectives. The manager is responsible for fostering a culture of environmental stewardship, continuous improvement, and operational excellence while developing and mentoring staff. Success in this role requires strong leadership, regulatory knowledge, and the ability to balance environmental compliance with organizational priorities. The position will require frequent travel and overnight stays supporting our sites in Brazoria, Galveston, Harris, Nueces and Webb counties.

Tasks and Responsibilities

Monitors and analyzes federal, state and local environmental regulations and determines operational impact on other Business Units and disseminates requirements and recommendations to affected Business Units for CPS Energy to maintain compliance. Also develops regulatory strategy and options and solutions.

Interacts and negotiates with regulatory agencies such as the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality and the Environmental Protection Agency as well as responds to inquiries from the media and public representatives.

Communicates technical, sustainability and environmental information to internal customers.

Testifies in public hearing and/or court proceedings as an expert witness on environmental issues.

Develops and implements programs, conducts investigations and surveys related to environmental issues and identifies appropriate measures to ensure environmental risks are effectively managed.

Obtains licensing and/or permitting for both existing and proposed CPS Energy facilities and construction projects.

Participates in community activities and trade show events promoting positive customer relations.

Develops environmental awareness, conservation and sustainable strategies.

Provides guidance on a variety of projects including those related to environmental assessments, remediations and indoor air quality.

Evaluates and determines environmental liability, reviews environmental completion reports and oversees recycling and waste generation/disposal documentation.

Development of environmental training documents, procedures and programs for internal operational business units.

Provides leadership development, work assignments, evaluation and support to team.

Ensure team completes assigned compliance obligations accurately and on time.

Minimum Skills

Minimum Knowledge and Abilities

Extensive experience in environmental regulatory compliance. Ability to complete required training. Favorable driving record.

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree in Biology, Chemistry, Geology, Environmental Science, Natural Resource Management, Engineering or related field

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Competencies

Accepting Responsibility Making Accurate Judgments and Decisions Communicates Effectively Championing Customer Needs Working Safely Resolving Conflict

Minimum Education

Bachelors’ degree in Biology, Chemistry, Geology, Environmental Science, Natural Resource Management, Engineering or related field.

Required Certifications

Working Environment

Work is performed both indoors and outdoors. Operating computer, manual dexterity, talking, hearing, and repetitive motion. Use of personal computing equipment, telephone, multi-functioning printer and calculator. Employee may potentially be exposed to hazardous chemicals, wet or humid conditions, outdoor weather, noisy and dusty environment. Ability to travel to and from meetings, training sessions or other business related events. After hours work and travel may be required.

Physical Demands

Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met. Color vision is required for the position.

CPS Energy does not discriminate against applicants or employees. CPS Energy is committed to providing equal opportunity in all of its employment practices, including selection, hiring, promotion, transfers and compensation, to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, veteran status, pregnancy, age, disability, genetic information or any other protected status. CPS Energy will comply with all laws and regulations.